On February 16th, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold an awareness and awards ceremony at Zoo Miami. The event is free and open to the public. There FWC officials will announce who caught the most and longest burmese pythons. There will also be exhibits and activities highlighting Everglades conservation efforts.

The hunt began Jan. 12. State officials hope to raise awareness about the threats invasive species pose to native wildlife. University of Florida researchers are examining the snake carcasses.

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